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Bamaga, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Bamaga is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 1,237. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,237 Population
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
72.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population1,237
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,237
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates-10.8920°, 142.3893°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Bamaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bamaga receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Bamaga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bamaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Bamaga has a population of 1,237. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,237
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Bamaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bamaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bamaga is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bamaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bamaga, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bamaga vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Bamaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.2 inches
90% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates-10.8920°N, 142.3893°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 16.6 in Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 15.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 15.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
May 80°F (26°C) 2.4 in
June 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
October 81°F (27°C) 0.8 in
November 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in Warmest
December 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in

Bamaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F — from 76°F in July to 83°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 72.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.6") and September the driest (0.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bamaga

What is the population of Bamaga?

Bamaga has a population of 1,237 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Bamaga expensive to live in?

Bamaga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bamaga?

Bamaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Bamaga?

Bamaga has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bamaga?

35.0% of adults in Bamaga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bamaga?

The obesity rate in Bamaga is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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